Hotels in St Helier
Located near the centre of St Helier, The Beaufort Hotel is ideally located for visitors looking for a town location and for business visitors it is the first choice hotel in St Helier.
The town centre shops are all within a few minutes walking distance and the hotel has free resident's parking.
The hotel's restaurant - Bohemia is one of the top restaurants in Jersey.
Accommodation
Facilities
For the best rates available book online on the hotel's website.
Useful addresses
Internet cafe
usetheinternet
9 Charing Cross
St. Helier
Tel: 01534 733665
Open Monday-Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am-5.30pm and Sunday 12noon to 4pm.
Pharmacy
Reids Pharmacy
16 Charing Cross, St. Helier
Tel. 01534 731723
Branches at 76 New Street and also opposite the Longueville Manor Hotel.
Shops in St. Helier
Electronic goods, jewellery, perfume and some items are about 15% cheaper than the rest of Europe.
However, be aware that many of the U.K chains such as Marks and Spencer charge 'Channel Islands' prices. In other words they add on about 10% for 'transport' costs so avoid these shops and generally speaking the clothes shops in St. Helier which are often more expensive than the U.K with a limited choice.
Here's our pick of the shops in St. Helier that are worth a visit:
Fuji Image Services
Photo development shop in the centre of St. Helier. They offer a one hour print express service and can also develop your digital photos and e-mail them to you. Open Monday to Saturday.
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Four Elements
This shop offers residents and visitors the opportunity to purchase beautiful glass and giftware from around the world. This is the perfect place to find that ‘special something’.
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Fotosound
Large selection of electronic goods by names such as Canon, JVC and Sony at VAT free prices.
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Howards Opticians
Sunglasses by major brands such as Oakley, Armani, Calvin Klein and D&G at cheaper prices than the rest of Europe.
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Primo Skate Shop
On The Parade in St. Helier is the island's largest stockist of skateboards and skatewear.
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Bars in St. Helier
Most bars and pubs in St. Helier are in walking distance of the Royal Square. There are also a number of bars on the newly developed- and locally despised- Waterfront area.
However, if your idea of a good night out doesn't involve overpriced drinks, fast food joints and 'theme' bars, our local's guide will steer you in the right direction:
BOHEMIA- On a Friday after 5pm this is the bar in St. Helier to see and be seen.
BOHEMIA BAR WEBSITE HERE
BONDS- Newly refurbished bar near Library Place with large comfortable sofas and music.
BONDS BAR WEBSITE HERE
THE MUSEUM BRASSERIE- Regular bands and events during summer months and a beautiful al fresco area to enjoy a bottle of wine or a cold beer, mean this brasserie/bar at The Weighbridge is a very popular venue when the sun is shining.
MUSEUM BRASSERIE WEBSITE HERE
THE ORIGINAL WINE BAR- Our favourite wine bar in St. Helier is a converted Victorian building in Bath Street. Friendly staff, great lunches and an excellent selection of wines by the glass as well as a good choice of draught beers and ales.
ORIGINAL WINE BAR WEBSITE HERE
A full guide to bars in St. Helier is HERE
Restaurants in St. Helier
The majority of restaurants in St. Helier rely on local finance workers and shoppers, so generally standards are high. Here is our pick of the best restaurants in St. Helier:
BOHEMIA- In terms of the quality of food served, this is the best restaurant in Jersey.
The decor is tastefully modern and there is a large seated bar area, with seperate 'bar menu', serving one of the best steak sandwiches we've ever eaten.
BOHEMIA RESURANT WEBSITE HERE
THE MUSEUM BRASSERIE- The most beautiful al fresco dining area in St. Helier with an outdoor terrace seating 80 surrounded by hanging vines and water features. Good pasta and seafood dishes.
MUSEUM BRASSERIE WEBSITE HERE
THE OLIVE BRANCH- The best Italian restaurant in Jersey with wood burning ovens making authentic pizzas with your choice of topping. Their pasta is freshly prepared and cooked to order and there is a spacious bar area with comfy sofas to relax in before or after your meal.
The restaurant is excellent value for this standard of food which is probably why whenever we visit it's busy with local Italian restauranteurs!
OLIVE BRANCH WEBSITE HERE
